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• James I and family

  Find out about the many elaborate royal funerals have taken place in Westminster Abbey prior to burial here.

• 2. William II and the friend of the family

  Ahead of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort on 6 May, we’ll be sharing stories from each of the 38 Coronation services held here since 1066.

• Royal tribute

  The Battle of Britain – a 112-day fight for control of Britain’s skies – was the first decisive battle in history fought entirely in the air.

• Verger-guided tours

  Explore a place that's touched the lives of kings, queens, and statesmen, poets, heroes and villains. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066.

• Families and schools

  Make Westminster Abbey a part of your Lent & Holy Week this year.

• The King and Queen lead the nation in marking VE Day 80th anniversary

  The King and Queen attended a Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 8th May. VE Day was the public holiday that marked the formal end of the Second World War in Europe.

• Members of the Royal Family honour war dead

  Thursday, 7th November 2019

  TRH The Duke and Duchess of Sussex opened the 91st Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 7th November.

  Field of Remembrance HRH The Duke of Sussex HRH The Duchess of Sussex Special Service

• Members of The Royal Family attend Commonwealth Day service

  Monday, 14th March 2022

  The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall led the congregation at the annual Commonwealth Day service in Westminster Abbey on Monday 14th March 2022.

  Commonwealth Service Commonwealth Day

• Summer Organ Festival

  Find out more about organ recitals and other concerts and performances.

• Coat of Arms Creations

  Knights have long been a part of Westminster Abbey’s story, with many buried and remembered inside the church. Today, the Lady Chapel even remembers modern knights during their lifetime. The Knights of the Order of the Bath each have their own special flag and crest. Over to you to explore what it takes to be a knight, perhaps even defeating a few dragons…

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  Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.

• Abbey mourns The Duchess of Kent

  Friday, 5th September 2025

  Prayers are being said in Westminster Abbey for The Duchess of Kent and for her family, following her death at the age of 92.

• Commonwealth

  As a royal church, Westminster Abbey celebrates the Commonwealth every day. The Commonwealth Service in March is a particularly joyful and hopeful celebration. Watch these videos to discover more about this family of nations who work together to make the world a better place, through song, dance and creativity.

• Plan your visit

  Each year, we welcome over a million visitors. We’re generally open Monday to Saturday for visiting, and hold regular services to which all are welcome.

• Celebrate Advent and Christmas with us

  Friday, 12th November 2021

  Celebrate Advent and Christmas 2021 at Westminster Abbey

• What to see and do

  There are many parts of the Abbey you’ll want to see when you visit. Explore the most popular spots to find out which interests you.

• Royal tombs

  Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of paintings, stained glass, textiles and artefacts – and is also where some significant people are buried or remembered.

• Prince Rupert of the Rhine

  Soldier

  Prince Rupert, Count Palatine of the Rhine and Duke of Cumberland and Bavaria, was buried on 6th December 1682 in a vault with his mother.

• Commonwealth at the Abbey

  Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations. Westminster Abbey celebrates the occasion with a special service that takes place on the second Monday of March each year.

• The 36th Presentation of Children of Courage Awards

  Wednesday, 9th December 2009

  Eight children recognised for performing acts of extraordinary heroism, enduring pain, suffering and disability, or devoting their young lives to caring for a family in need were honoured in a ceremony and carol service at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday 9th December.

  Children of Courage